Public Works Director

City of Troy•Troy, MO

14d

About The Position

This position is responsible for the administrative, supervisory and investigative work of the Public Works Department. This is advanced professional and managerial work planning, organizing, implementing, and directing public works programs in the areas of public building maintenance, street and sidewalk construction and maintenance, storm water, traffic control, wastewater collection and treatment, water distribution, and public contract administration.

Requirements

The person in this position must have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Ten years of related work experience is preferred, with a minimum of seven years strongly recommended.
An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
The person in this position must have a valid Class B commercial driver's license with airbrakes and tanker certification; encouraged/desirable to be able to obtain a class C Missouri Water Operator's license and a DS3 license.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and random drug and alcohol testing.
Must be able to complete confined space training.
Must be able to complete competent person training/certification.
Knowledge Supervisory principles, practices and procedures
Project management practices and procedures
City's purchasing policies and procedures
Inventory management principles and methods
Proper maintenance, repair and use of heavy equipment, including aerial bucket lift truck, tandem axle dump truck and skid loader
Knowledge of engineering and planning principles
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Basic environmental standards for water, sewer and wastewater treatment systems
Maintenance methods of grounds, buildings and equipment
Basic civil engineering principles
Basic environmental standards for water, sewer and wastewater treatment systems
Ability to adhere to specific safety regulations
Ability to read blueprints
Layout of city streets
Federal and state statutes concerning the work of the department
Mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication as well as algebraic and geometric functions
General functions and operations of municipal government
Apply supervisory techniques to practical situations
Manage a departmental budget
Develop bid specifications
Effectively negotiate contracts and other agreements
Effectively manage personnel, equipment and supplies to maximize departmental efficiency
Read and interpret engineering grades
Use various types of heavy equipment, including single axle dump truck and skid loader
Use common sense
Pay attention to detail
Complete detailed work accurately
Work effectively with a wide range of people
Meet specified deadlines
Prioritize daily work flow
Work as a team member with other employees
Communicate effectively with others, both oral and written
Work autonomously when necessary
Handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions
Deal with others in a professional manner
Maintain professional composure in heated situations
Develop, implement and follow departmental and City policies and procedures
Effectively communicate with the public in a professional manner

Responsibilities

Develops and manages the departmental budget
Proposes line item budget based on prior year
Tracks expenditures on a monthly basis
Receives and tracks monthly expenses to stay within budget
Prepares and distributes the appropriate information needed to prepare annual budget
Oversees and maintains annual departmental budget
Supervises departmental personnel
Supervises all employees, establishing all scheduling practices and assigning appropriate tasks
Completes employee performance evaluations on a regular basis
Tracks and posts all scheduling, vacation time, comp time, and sick leave according to procedure
Oversees needed discipline and tracks all applicable documentation
Assures professional development for each employee
Performs administrative duties related to departmental functions
Advises City Administrator regarding progress of projects and assigned jobs
Maintains adequate inventories of supplies and equipment
Develops bid specifications for equipment and/or projects
Purchases supplies following City polices and procedures
Participates in the City's comprehensive planning process
Prepares and monitors the City Capital Improvement Plan and the department budget
Complete all reports and paperwork as required
Participates in public relations and education
Communicates regularly with various stakeholders, including City staff, other government entities, contractors and developers
Directs the implementation of transportation planning projects.
Attends Council meetings and other meetings as required
Provides technical assistance to city officials and the general public regarding public works issues as requested